While not directly linked to psychiatric illness1, menopause is likely to be a period of psychological stress for women. Studies have shown that during the perimenopausal and menopausal transitions, women may experience mild anxiety and depression due to hormone changes2, but these changes may not lead to severe depression. Considering the many responsibilities that women…
Common symptoms, with different intensities Menopause is linked to strong hormonal changes in women’s bodies, often leading to symptoms. The symptoms may start before menopause, in the perimenopausal period, and may last many years after menopause5, in the postmenopausal period. According to several studies, up to 9 women out of 10 experience symptoms, and about…
A natural process Menopause in women is a natural process that is defined as the absence of menstrual bleeding for 12 months1. Perimenopause (the period before menopause) and post-menopause (the period after menopause) are characterized by significant changes in the hormonal balance in women’s bodies, particularly by the decrease in estrogen and progesterone levels2. Estrogen helps regulate…
Understand and take control of your constipation What is constipation? Constipation is a common condition that can affect people of all ages. It can mean that you’re not passing stools regularly, or you’re having difficulty passing them. What causes constipation? Constipation usually happens when stool have been in the bowel for too long, and water…
Helping you restore life’s rhythm Constipation can seriously disrupt daily life, creating discomfort, and holding you back from doing the things you love – even more so when it happens regularly.29,30 There are several ways to treat or prevent recurring constipation29,23 – read on to find out how to restore your life’s rhythm. REOCCURRING CONSTIPATION CAN AFFECT…
Simple changes to your diet can help to prevent constipation.2,24 It’s a good idea to get more fiber into your diet. Aim for around 30g a day. Make sure you drink plenty of water, to help keep your stools soft. Tips to help increase your fiber intake:Choose wholemeal or granary bread, and wholegrains such as…
What are the treatment options? Many people find that making changes to their diet and lifestyle can improve their symptoms. If these don’t help, laxatives are often used.20 What are laxatives?Laxatives are a type of medicine that can treat constipation. There are several different types of laxatives, and they all have a different effect on your digestive…